Blaydon station
Tyne Street
Blaydon-on-Tyne
Tyne & Wear
NE21 4JB
Blaydon Station can be found on Tyne Street in Blaydon-on-Tyne as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Blaydon Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Located in the vibrant locality of Blaydon, near Newcastle, the Blaydon Train Station acts as a gateway to both local communities and further afield destinations in the UK. Despite its small size, Blaydon offers a quaint glimpse into North East England's charm. Today, we delve into what this unassuming station has to offer for commuters, travelers, and tourists alike considering their next adventurous journey.
Blaydon train station might not boast an extensive range of amenities, but it efficiently serves its commuters. Notably, though there is no ticket office, travelers can rely on ticket machines accessible for collecting tickets purchased online. While there's a lack of accessible ticket machines and step-free access is partially available, making it truly user-friendly. Station amenities such as waiting rooms, seating, and even basic refreshment services are not present, yet, this absence is compensated by simple, stress-free navigation around the station. On the plus side, cyclists can find 20 bicycle storage spaces, making it convenient for environmentally friendly travel.
When it comes to traveling beyond Blaydon, you're well covered. Rail replacement services offer pick-up and drop-off right outside the station entrance, on the slip road, ensuring your travel plans are not hindered by unexpected changes. Taxis are just a click away, check out here for more information. For those considering public transportation, detailed bus route information can be accessed in a printable format here. While the station doesn’t provide direct underground services, Nexus Metro services can be reached by contacting Nexus directly at 0191 203 3333.
Blaydon is not just a station but also a starting point for a myriad of journeys that promise diverse experiences across the UK. Planning a nearby trip? You might find joy in hopping on a direct train from Blaydon to [Newcastle](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/_destinations/NE1.aspx), only a stone's throw distance away. Alternatively, exploring charming spots like [Wylam](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/WYM.aspx) or [Prudhoe](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/PRU.aspx) can be tremendously fulfilling. For an extended exploration, one may travel to [Carlisle](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/CAR.aspx), go shopping at [MetroCentre](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/INT.aspx), or head to bustling cities like [Sunderland](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/SUN.aspx) and [York](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/YRK.aspx).
Ultimately, Blaydon Train Station presents itself as a modest yet sufficiently equipped transit point, ideal for those pursuing more local or regional connections with a promise of easy passage across scenic routes in the UK. Representation of the ease and efficiency British Rail can provide, visiting or using Blaydon as your transit route can be an excellent choice for travelers and daily commuters alike.
Whether you're a local dweller or visiting the region for the first time, taking a train from Blaydon is a quintessential way to explore both bustling cityscapes and verdant countryside. Plan ahead, grab a ticket online, and witness the delightful journey that begins at Blaydon Train Station. Ready for a seamless travel experience? Book your journey today and step into the adventure that awaits!
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Blaydon, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
| Ticket machines | Yes |
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Smartcards | |
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes |
| Smartcard validators | No |
| Information available from staff | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | Announcements | ||
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Blaydon | ||
| Customer help points | No | ||
| Customer services notes | 08002006060 | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station.
There is ramped access to both platforms at the station. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Blaydon |
| Seating area | No |
| Wheelchairs available | No |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | No |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Blaydon |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | No |
| Helpline | Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive. We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains. We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Blaydon |
|---|---|
| Seating area | No |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 20 Platform 1 and 2 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
| Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on slip road. |
| Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Nexus 0191 203 3333 |
| Available Not available at this station. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Hexham | Northern | 07:05 | 1 | On time |
| from Middlesbrough | Northern | 07:14 | 2 | On time |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 07:20 | 1 | On time |
| from Newcastle | Northern | 07:38 | 2 | On time |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 07:53 | 1 | On time |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 08:21 | 1 | On time |
| from Chathill | Northern | 08:35 | 2 | On time |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 08:39 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Newcastle | Northern | 07:05 | 1 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 07:14 | 2 | On time |
| to Nunthorpe | Northern | 07:21 | 1 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 07:38 | 2 | On time |
| to Morpeth | Northern | 07:53 | 1 | On time |
| to Newcastle | Northern | 08:22 | 1 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 08:35 | 2 | On time |
| to Morpeth | Northern | 08:40 | 1 | On time |